A Tale of Two Hurricanes Finds More That Differs Than Is the Same
Helene in North Carolina and Milton in Florida were very different storms in very different places.
By Audra D. S. BurchEduardo Medina and
Weather
Highlights
CreditMauricio Lima for The New York Times Biden Declares Disaster From Milton Ahead of Florida Visit
The president will visit communities ravaged by Hurricane Milton on Sunday. The disaster declaration will enable funds for the state to be deployed.
By
CreditEmily Kask for The New York Times - In Photos and Video
Scenes From Florida in Hurricane Milton’s Wake
The storm made landfall Wednesday evening, devastating an area still recovering from Hurricane Helene, which tore through Florida’s western coast two weeks ago.
By
CreditZack Wittman for The New York Times As Floridians Return, Officials Size Up Milton’s Uneven Trail of Destruction
Power outages, gas shortages and pockets of flooding were among the lingering issues. But Gov. Ron DeSantis said the damage could have been worse.
By Thomas FullerPatricia MazzeiNicholas Bogel-Burroughs and
CreditCallaghan O'Hare for The New York Times
Hurricane Milton’s Impact: What We Know So Far
Flooding, wind damage and power outages affected much of Florida. At least 14 deaths have been linked to the storm.
By Jacey Fortin and
CreditNicole Craine for The New York Times A Retirement Community Prepared for a Hurricane. Tornadoes Came Instead.
Hurricane Milton’s death toll was highest far from the coast where it made landfall, in a retirement community where few were braced for destructive tornadoes.
By
Credit Tropicana Field, Already Obsolete, Now Needs a New Roof
The home of the Tampa Bay Rays, generally disdained by players, was built to take the elements out of baseball. The elements struck back.
By
CreditDirk Shadd/Tampa Bay Times, via Associated Press A Rare Sighting of Northern Lights Entrances Viewers in New York Area
The aurora borealis, which transformed the sky with startling streaks of pink and purple, arose from a magnetic storm.
By Christopher Maag and
CreditDaniel P. Derella/Associated Press Map: 6.2-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Costa Rica
View the location of the quake’s epicenter and shake area.
By William B. DavisMadison DongJudson JonesJohn Keefe and
CreditThe New York Times
Advertisement
Armed Man Arrested After Reportedly Threatening FEMA Workers
William Jacob Parsons was arrested and charged in North Carolina after he was found with a handgun and a rifle at a supermarket where a federal aid vehicle was parked.
By Terence McGinley
the ad campaignA Harris Ad Uses the Hurricanes to Try to Inflict Damage on Trump
Two former homeland security officials under Donald J. Trump describe how he tried to withhold disaster aid from states that he hadn’t won.
By Reid J. Epstein
Meteorologists Face Harassment and Death Threats Amid Hurricane Disinformation
Weather experts say the spiraling falsehoods, especially claims that the government is creating or controlling storms, have gotten out of hand.
By Kate Selig
How Climate Disasters Are Making Mobile Homes a Huge Risk
Millions of Americans, many poor and vulnerable, live in mobile and manufactured homes. When catastrophe strikes, they’re often on their own.
By Hilary Howard, Christopher Flavelle and Caitlin Ochs
TimesVideoBiden Announces $612 Million for Projects to Help Areas Hit by Storms
During his visit to Florida, President Biden announced $612 million for six Energy Department projects in areas hit by Hurricanes Milton and Helene to improve the region’s electric grid.
Guest EssayAfter Hurricane Milton Left, My Town Revealed Itself
I had only recently moved to Tampa and before the storm didn’t feel connected to the place.
By Katelyn Ferral
Hurricanes Amplify Insurance Crisis in Riskiest Areas
After Helene and Milton, some small Florida companies risk bankruptcy. Larger ones will be in the hot seat with lawmakers and consumer groups.
By Emily Flitter
Milton Leaves Some Florida Animals in Limbo, Too
Florida’s animal shelters are struggling after the storm. Animal organizations are helping fly some pets to faraway shelters.
By Annie Correal
‘Why Are We Out of Gas?’ A Fuel Crisis Leads to Long Lines in Florida.
Hurricane Milton left many gas stations without power and disrupted deliveries at ports. Mass evacuations before the storm also drained supplies.
By Rebecca F. Elliott, Elisabeth Parker and Kate Selig
Peter CoyHow Does Florida Insure Itself Against Hurricanes Like These?
The state has taken steps to shore up its insurance market, but researchers warn of looming risks.
By Peter Coy
Page 1 of 10
Advertisement
Advertisement